Mahira Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-HEE-rah / /məˈhɪərə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: skilled; Hebrew: a form of the name Mahir meaning expert
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Mahira is often associated with skillfulness and expertise, reflecting a positive trait in personal and professional contexts. In Hebrew, the name Mahir is a variant that conveys a sense of proficiency and adeptness, often used in literary and cultural references.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Mahirah
- Mahira
International Variants
- Mahir (Arabic)
- Mahirah (Arabic)
Famous people named Mahira
Mahira Khan — Pakistani actress.
Mahira Abdulaziz — Saudi Arabian artist.
Fictional characters named Mahira
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mahira was first seen in the United States in 1992. Mahira has ranked as high as #1275 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, New Jersey, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Mahira has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mahira (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| NY | 12 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| NJ | 6 | |
| VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 49 |
| 2017 | 63 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 51 |
| 2020 | 53 |
| 2021 | 66 |
| 2022 | 59 |
| 2023 | 70 |
| 2024 | 85 |